Ok winter we get it

Well, anyone who was wishing for winter has gotten it hand over fist the last few weeks, my goodness. Hopefully you have been able to enjoy the snow and warmer weather the last few days. Weather is looking good for our group run this week after having to cancel last week due to inclement weather. It will be good to see you all after what seems like an extended break in our running together.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head out on a new route for our group the “Cedarburg Grafton Route.” You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and Gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

When did we move to Seattle?

The last few weeks have not been particularly runner friendly weather days with lots of ice, rain, bitter cold, and bad footing. This might be a great chance to get some cross training in, some yoga, weight training, or to head to an indoor track or treadmill to log your miles. Like last week I will post the route today, but ,may adjust based on weather, footing and other conditions. I will monitor the forecast, but please watch our social media feeds on facebook and twitter for the most update information on this weekend’s run. If there are any major changes or cancelations, the goal is to make those by dinner time so that we can provide ample time for notifying everyone.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head out on a new route for our group the “Cedarburg Grafton Route.” You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and Gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

Heat Wave this weekend

Yes I know that is a bit exaggerated, but the temperature difference between yesterday and Sunday is projected to be about 60 degrees, so that. Hope you all have stayed warm in this historically cold temperatures the last few days. The temps are supposed to tip back to allowing us to run outside safely by tomorrow morning, so if you have cabin fever, we are almost to the end.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head North on the “Fire Ridge Route.” You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and Gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

Group Run Canceled

It appears that the weather is finally turning towards what we have all come to expect, snow and chilly. A front is on it’s way in as we speak that will settle of WI for about the next week or so. This means lows below zero for about the next week with wind chill values well below zero. Due to the wind chill warnings for the next few days, we will not be having a group run this weekend. Often we recommend that runners head to the Petite Center for a nice indoor venue, but they are hosting a running event this weekend on Saturday. Find a nice treadmill or indoor track at a local high school this weekend, or hop on a bike, swim, or find a class. We we will hopefully get a little warmer weather and be back outside next weekend together.

Stay warm and stay safe this weekend as these frigid lows settle in for a bit.

Bundle Up

It appears that the weather is finally turning towards what we have all come to expect, snow and chilly. This weekend should be beautiful for running with 1-3 inches of snow Friday night. I may adjust the route based on snow, wind, and other conditions, so keep an eye on our social media.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head North on the “John Taylor Route.” We are planning to run it backwards this week. You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

Wisconsin seasons all in one week

Well this week we have seen at least two maybe three seasons all in a few days. Hoping you have been out out enjoying running in shorts, parkas and everything in between. With a new year, we are trying out a new route this week brought to you by Doug Temple, so be sure to check out the map before Saturday morning.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head North on a NEW ROUTE, the “Covered Bridge Route.” Make sure to check the website to see the map and familiarize yourself with it. You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and Gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

Snow finally

You can curse for saying that, but man I prefer the white over brown lawns and mud. We finally have some snow on the ground, and it looks a bit more like January in Wisconsin. The weather is supposed to continue to warm headed into our weekend and make for some great running weather Saturday so I hope to see you Saturday morning for a great group run to kick off 2019.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head North on the “Path/Grafton Pool/John Taylor Route.” You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and Gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!

Hope you had a wonderful Christmas with family and friends, and have enjoyed the unseasonably warm weather the last few days. A special thank you again to John and Linda Taylor for opening their home for the annual run group Christmas party. It has been great to see so many new faces, and reconnect with each of you the last number of weeks. I look forward to connecting, as many of us turn the page and begin to look towards race season as early as January.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head North on the “Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary Route.” You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

Merry Christmas (early)

Thank you to John and Linda Taylor for hosting our Run Ozaukee Christmas gathering on Tuesday. It is always a joy to sit and spend time with each of you and to hear about your non-running lives. Enjoy the Holidays starting this weekend, and hopefully a chance to catch you breath a little as we look forward to 2018.

Just a reminder there will also be a bonus Christmas Day run at 5:30am. We will meet behind Smith Brothers coffee in Port for a short run to kick off Christmas Day.

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head North on the “John Taylor Route.” You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!

Lots of holiday updates

Run Ozaukee Christmas Party: John and Linda are graciously opening their home to the Run Ozaukee group again for a Christmas party on Tuesday December 18th. See the flier for more info. Please R.S.V.P. your attendance to [email protected] or 262-930-7428.

THE Run Ozaukee shirts: If you ran “The Run Ozaukee” and have not gotten your shirt please email me so that we can coordinate getting it to you. If did not run it, but would like one we have some extras. They are soft short sleeve shirts and are only $10. If you are interested let me know, and we can make sure you get one ASAP. Here is a shot of these comfy shirts:

Run Ozaukee Mileage Challenge: Welcome to our first annual Run Ozaukee Holiday Challenge. No awards, no pressure, just a fun way to work towards a common goal in a hectic season for most people. The idea: Either aim for 100 or 150 miles between December 1st and New Years 2019. It is between 23-35 miles per week depending on which goal you aim for. No pressure, but just a fun way to share in staying on track, and staying fit as we head into a time of year that it can be easy to drop off, with Holidays and no races around the corner. If you are are Garmin or Strava you can see fellow Run Ozaukee Members working on this goal.

Again no trophies, no medals, but consider choosing a mileage as your goal for this month, and encourage your fellow Run Ozaukee members as they aim for their goal too!

Group Run: We will meet at the Community Gym in Cedarburg 7am Saturday morning, and head out on the “Kaehler’s Mill Route.” You can see the full route if you follow the group run link to our website. There will be water and Gatorade on the route, but feel free to carry what you need also.

Per usual, hang around after our Saturday morning run for a cup of coffee at Fiddleheads!!!